Q&A: Gary Briggs

Everyone wants to partner with FB, what’s your advice on how to work with established social media companies? “Know our products well, particularly our APIs if you’re a developer. What is most compelling when speaking with a potential partner is when they take the time to know what we do well and don’t—and then have an idea on how to make them [products] better for the end-user (consumer, advertiser, developer).”

What’s the best thing about Mark Zuckerberg? “He’s much more of a regular person than people expect him to be. I really appreciate that about him.”

What college-learned skill(s) helps you perform daily?“How to work well with others on a team…and what to do when something isn’t working well, which often comes down to people keeping their commitments.”

Is there an academic, artist, or business person who inspires you—and why/how?“Radiohead. They are constantly reinventing, learning and challenging. And great under headphones while cranking out work in the office.”